How To Discover The Secrets of Florence's Duomo

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Whether you’re a first-time visitor to Florence, or an old pro, there are always secrets to discover in this ancient city.

Perhaps the most interesting secrets belong to Il Duomo, Florence’s unique cathedral.

This Catholic cathedral, which took two centuries to complete, was begun in 1296 and finished in 1436. 

The masterful octagonal dome was designed by Brunelleschi, and consists of a double shell of herringbone bricks. The diameter of this dome...